Employment Specialist-Jefferson & Lewis County

Job Description

Job Description

Exceptional Family Resources has an immediate opening for a part-time or full-time Employment Specialist.

Position Summary : Provide direct and indirect employment services to persons enrolled in Supported Employment (SEMP), Pathway to Employment, and Community Based Prevocational Services. Assist Employment Services Supervisor in the development and implementation of the various employment services offered through EFR.

Main Position Responsibilities :

• Provide direct and indirect services and supports to individuals receiving Supported Employment, Community Based Prevocational, Pathway to Employment, and any other employment services offered at the agency, as indicated in each person's Habilitation Plan(s).
• Provide timely reports on individuals' progress, including daily documentation, and other as needed or requested.
• Provide skill training and assistance to individuals receiving employment services by learning specific work duties and performance standards for jobs service recipients.
• Develop work-related behaviors in service recipients such as time and attendance, appropriate dress, communication skills, accepting supervision and travel skills.
• Facilitate the development of positive relationships between individuals and their employers and co-workers. Train co-workers and communicate with supervisors on how to best work with newly placed individuals.

Qualifications :

Pay rate range is $20.70 to $23.57 based on experience and education.

EOE

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